Kentucky Derby Trivia Quiz

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    In which Kentucky city is the Derby run?

    • Lexington
    • Bardstown
    • Louisville
    • Bowling Green
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  • 2. 

    Secretariat, who won the Triple Crown in 1973, was known by what nickname?

    • Super Red

    • Big Red

    • Man o' War

    • Jingles

    Correct Answer
    A. Big Red
    Explanation
    Secretariat, the famous racehorse who won the Triple Crown in 1973, was commonly referred to as "Big Red." This nickname was given to Secretariat due to his impressive size and striking chestnut coat color. The name "Big Red" captures the awe-inspiring presence and dominance of Secretariat, making it a fitting and well-known nickname for the legendary racehorse.

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  • 3. 

    How many fillies won the Kentucky Derby in the 20th century?

    • 6

    • 3

    • 2

    • 1

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    Regret in 1915, Genuine Risk in 1980, and Winning Colors in 1988.

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  • 4. 

    The sister race to the Derby, held for three year old fillies on the day prior to the Derby, is the _______ ?

    • Kentucky Stakes

    • Lexington Stakes

    • Ellis Parks Stakes

    • Kentucky Oaks

    Correct Answer
    A. Kentucky Oaks
    Explanation
    The Kentucky Oaks is the sister race to the Derby, specifically held for three-year-old fillies on the day before the Derby. It is a prestigious horse racing event that takes place at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.

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  • 5. 

    The Derby was Cancelled in 1945 due to a ban on horse racing.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the Derby was cancelled in 1945 due to a ban on horse racing. However, the correct answer is False. This means that the Derby was not cancelled in 1945 due to a ban on horse racing. The reason for the cancellation might have been something else, such as logistical issues or other circumstances.

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  • 6. 

    In what year was the first Kentucky Derby run?

    • 1914

    • 1856

    • 1875

    • 1923

    Correct Answer
    A. 1875
    Explanation
    The first Derby was run on May 17, 1875; won by Aristides.

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  • 7. 

    Admission to the infield is free.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Even when it was first opened in 1938, admission was 50 cents. By 2004, the price was $40. The tamer crowd tends to congregate at the first turn, with the wildest parties near the third turn.

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  • 8. 

    What record was broken at the 1974 Derby?

    • Fastest Race Time

    • Largest Attendance

    • Most Hats

    • The Race was cancelled

    Correct Answer
    A. Largest Attendance
    Explanation
    This was the 100th Derby, and the official attendance was 163,628. Changes to the setup at Churchill Downs mean this figure will probably never be repeated. This Derby also had the largest field ever, with 23 horses in the race.

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  • 9. 

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  • 10. 

    While he didn't actually found the Kentucky Derby, this man is credited with making it such a popular event.

    • Colonel Sanders

    • Colonel Powell

    • Colonel M. Lewis Clark

    • Colonel Matt Winn

    Correct Answer
    A. Colonel Matt Winn
    Explanation
    Colonel Matt Winn is credited with making the Kentucky Derby such a popular event. Although he did not found the Kentucky Derby, his efforts and contributions significantly contributed to its success and popularity.

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